Just my two cents, not sure if you're stuck on the front loader, but they stink! Literally, the smell can gag you at times. The water never gets fully pumped out, so if you go a day without using it, the stench is awful.
I traded out ours for a nice HE top loader with an impeller (no big agitator in the middle). It is awesome, and no kiddos can reach!
This was probably no help if you really want a front load.
